From the nation's most authoritative legal organization, American Bar Association guides are invaluable resources for the lay person. Thoroughly researched, updated, and reviewed by association members, each book features tips, checklists, and key information, presented in well-organized sections.

The definitive resource for family-related legal issues. Now thoroughly revised and updated, this guide contains everything heads of households, parents, and divorcees should know about the law and their rights.

• Also includes information for unmarried couples, unconventional families, and gay and lesbian couples

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The American Bar Association is the world's largest voluntary professional membership organization. With more than 400,000 members, the ABA provides law school accreditation, continuing legal education, information about the law, programs to assist lawyers and judges in their work, and initiatives to improve the legal system for the public.